Who we are
Poleformance – An Aerial Art was founded in 2025 to create a welcoming, empowering space where movement meets self-expression. At the heart of our studio is Tahna, who grew up in San Diego and moved to Arizona in 2022—where she discovered her greatest passion: pole.
Fitness has been a cornerstone of Tahna’s life since 2019 when she explored bodybuilding, and challenged herself by competing in two 10Ks and a half marathon. But it was pole that truly ignited her soul. For Tahna, pole fitness is so much more than a workout—it’s an art form that encourages women to embrace their unique bodies, embody strength, and move with unapologetic confidence. Whether that means embracing sensuality, showcasing strength, or both, she is here to support each student in whatever way they need—no matter what pole means to them.
Teaching pole is one of the greatest highlights of Tahna’s life, and she can’t wait to continue sharing her passion at Poleformance. She is dedicated to pushing societal boundaries, removing stigma, and creating a safe, judgment-free space where women can express themselves freely. Pole is her biggest passion in life, and she looks forward to inspiring others on their own journeys of self-love and empowerment.
Meet the Team
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My name is Marie and I have been in the fitness and gym world for 16 years! I have been pole dancing for 4 years and absolutely fell in love with it. I love weightlifting and I love teaching different aspects of fitness to others! Since pole dancing, I have won several gold and silver medals in competitions, a lot of those being in doubles pole with my pole partner as well! I train and compete at a professional level and live the lifestyle of an athlete and I love it more than anything! Outside of fitness and pole, I love caring for my rescue dogs and traveling with my friends, and being a foodie in different cities!
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Heather has had a lifelong love of circus arts and fitness. Heather loves the full-body workout pole provides, especially sport-style pole moves and the artistry behind creating pole routines. She has won gold medals in PSO (Pole Sport Organization) and USPSF(US Pole Sports Federation) competitions. She also performs as a professional juggler and hula hoop artist. Look for her classes and follow her on Instagram @poleprof
Contact us
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, need a class recommendation, or just want to learn more about what we offer, we’re here to help. Send us a message anytime—we’re excited to support your journey and can’t wait to connect with you!